The Egyptians Ancient Egypt Egypt and the Nile The Old Kingdom Building the Pyramids The Middle Kingdom Pharaohs The New Kingdom Religion Preparing for the Next World Towns and Cities Sculpture and Painting Craftsmen Writing Children and Education Farmers Trade and Ships Family Life Food and Drink Games and Hunting	Crook and Flail Osiris These were symbols of the god Osiris. They were also carried by the king at ceremonies. The crook became a rulers symbol.   Previous: Back Book: The Egyptians Section: Ancient Egypt Chapter: Pharaohs